1920 Merritt Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045
6
Bed
7
Bath
6,749Sqft
1.38Acres(Lot)
This extraordinary custom residence, built in 2001 and thoughtfully updated over the years, showcases impeccable living spaces enhanced by modern amenities and refined design elements. A dramatic two-story foyer welcomes guests into elegant interiors highlighted by rich hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings, and exquisite custom millwork throughout. The formal living and dining rooms showcase refined architectural details, while the handsome library, featuring a drop tray ceiling, built-in bookcases, and a fireplace, provides the perfect setting for a private office. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the expansive family room opens seamlessly to the kitchen and features a stunning stone fireplace, coffered ceiling, wet bar, and a breathtaking two-story wall of windows that
Property Details
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Features
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Office, Library, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Sitting RoomBathroom Information
Total Baths: 7 Full Baths: 6 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 17Interior Features
Dry Bar, Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room Roof: Shake Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Humidifier Laundry Features: Upper Level, SinkRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet Construction Materials: Brick -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Cooling: Central Air, Zoned WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 2001 -
Exterior Features
Roof Deck Construction Materials: Brick Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 1.38 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot Acres: 1.38 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 AcresProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Style: Traditional Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$2950000
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $34677.16 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 16182010030000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 4 Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: YesGarage Information
Garage Space: 4Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Everett Elementary School Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School Senior High School: Lake Forest High School -
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public -
Location Information
City: Lake Forest Direction: Telegraph Rd south from the intersection of W Old Mill Rd and Telegraph Rd to Arbor Ln. West on Arbor Ln to Merritt Ln, south on Merritt to address.
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 N Ridge Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,350,000 | 4 | 4 | 4,192 | 4,192 SqFt |
| 1520 Telegraph Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,475,000 | 5 | 6 | 4,073 | 4,073 SqFt |
| 1360 W Everett Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,350,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,860 | 3,860 SqFt |
| 198 Wildwood Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $899,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,956 | 1,956 SqFt |
| 1271 N Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,995,000 | 5 | 8 | 6,134 | 6,134 SqFt |
| 30 N Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,199,000 | 5 | 6 | 4,775 | 4,775 SqFt |
| 1436 Lawrence Avenue, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,575,000 | 5 | 6 | 3,845 | 3,845 SqFt |
| 1300 Abington Cambs Drive, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $3,295,000 | 5 | 8 | 9,830 | 9,830 SqFt |
| 1690 Tallgrass Lane, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,650,000 | 5 | 7 | 6,346 | 6,346 SqFt |
| 550 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,695,000 | 5 | 4 | 5,108 | 5,108 SqFt |
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